While personal lubricants are great for reducing friction and making sex more comfortable, that’s not all they can do!

Warming, cooling, tingling, and icy hot lubes are the perfect way to experience exciting new sensations that can increase pleasure in unique ways.

Dr. Justin Lehmiller, who sits on our medical review board and is a social psychologist and the host of the Sex and Psychology Podcast, explained why people enjoy sensitizing lubes. He told me:

“Some people enjoy sensitizing lubricants because they add a novel element to sex. They can provide new and different sensations, or even heighten sexual pleasure.”

Fortunately, we’ve learned the ins-and-outs of sensitizing lubes so you’ll know what to look for when searching for a product that tickles — or tingles — your fancy.

Read more on Women’s Health Interactive.